New LifeStyles Senior Living & Care Blog

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The Best Diet for Strong and Healthy Bones

Strong and healthy bones are an essential part of healthy aging. From childhood and adolescence, when bones are growing fast, until adulthood, when bone density naturally diminishes, diet is essential in maintaining skeletal health. In this article, we explore the main nutrients and food for bones that support ideal bone…

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How to Use Mindfulness Practices to Help Seniors Stay Hopeful and Excited About the Future

Growing older brings its unique set of challenges, from physical changes to shifting life roles. However, your senior years can also be a time of profound personal growth, discovery, and joy when approached with the right mindset. Mindfulness practices offer powerful tools to help seniors maintain emotional balance, find daily…

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What Happens When You Finally Slow Down? A Closer Look at Aging with Grace

Growing older can feel like a strange mix of freedom and fear. You might wake up one day and realize your calendar isn’t quite as packed as it used to be. Your bones might creak a little louder, but the morning coffee tastes better. Maybe you’re moving slower, but your…

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Digital Literacy for Seniors: Navigating the Online World Safely

The world is evolving at a rapid pace. From waking up in the morning to going to bed, digital technology is everywhere. Online knowledge has become an essential part of our lives, helping us in many ways. You may have heard your grandchildren saying, “Just Google it,” or you might…

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Why Today’s Nurse Life Care Planners Need a Strong Academic Foundation

The field of nurse life care planning is evolving. The responsibilities are broader, the stakes are higher, and the need for precision is greater than ever. It’s no longer just about compassion and bedside skills. Today’s nurse life care planners must bring clinical expertise, legal understanding, and long-term strategy to…

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Is It Just Aging, Or Is It Something More? Inside the Surprising Mental Shifts Seniors Face Every Day

Growing older changes a lot of things. Hair thins. Joints creak. Sleep doesn’t feel quite as restful. But beyond the obvious physical shifts, something quieter often happens behind the scenes. Thoughts slow down a little. Words take longer to find. Mood dips for no clear reason. And sometimes, family members…

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How Aging Affects Balance and What You Can Do to Prevent Falls

Aging brings natural changes to the body, often affecting balance and stability. Understanding how these changes occur – and taking steps to counteract them – can significantly reduce your risk of falls and help you stay confident on your feet. First, let’s explore several ways in which aging can affect…

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Understanding Aging and Driving: Transportation Solutions for Seniors

Everyone ages, and no matter what you do, you’ll have to say goodbye to so many things, from food to lifestyle. Also, while you may not look it, you really have to usher in new concerns like maintaining mobility so you can still maintain independence and fun, just like you…

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How In-Home Care Helps Seniors Maintain Independence and Dignity

As your senior loved one ages, they often face different cognitive and physical challenges that can affect their independence. However, with the right support, they can still keep their independence and continue living in the comfort of their own home for as long as possible.  In-home care is one of…

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5 Ways to Make Assisted Living Feel More Homey

Making the move to assisted living is a significant change, and it’s natural for seniors and their loved ones to yearn for a sense of familiarity and comfort in this new environment. Creating a space that feels homey can promote emotional well-being, boost mood, and make the transition much easier….

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